Commonwealth Of Va
Arlington County · What happened in 2,119 cases involving this officer
Charged after an arrest by Commonwealth Of Va? 66.1% of their cases were dismissed — above the Arlington County average.
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You were arrested in Arlington County, and the data shows something unusual about cases from this jurisdiction. Your dismissal rate sits at 66.1%—nearly double the statewide average of 34.7%. This means cases here are far more likely to be dropped than prosecuted statewide. You're in the 87th percentile for dismissals, meaning very few jurisdictions see cases dismissed this frequently. The conviction rate of 33.7% reflects the inverse: roughly one-third of cases result in conviction. This pattern suggests either charging decisions are broader here, cases face evidentiary challenges, or the court system processes them differently than most of Virginia.
Almost all cases tracked here fall under "Other" charges, which makes specific analysis difficult. However, that category maintains a 66.2% dismissal rate, consistent with the overall pattern. Without knowing your specific charge type, the data indicates you're in a jurisdiction where dismissals substantially outpace convictions—a meaningful factor in understanding your case's likely trajectory compared to defendants in other parts of Virginia.
Based on 2,119 public court records, 2023–2024. Cases heard at Arlington County District Court. Dismissal rate includes cases dropped by the court or prosecutor. Conviction rate includes guilty pleas and trial verdicts. Last updated: December 2024
Cases by Charge Type
| Charge | Cases | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Failure to Appear | 781 | 73.4% |
| Contempt of Court | 8 | 16.7% |
Other Officers in Arlington County
| Officer | Cases | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|
| M Cymbalisty | 1,739 | 15.4% |
| G Seibert | 1,694 | 30.5% |
| J Trainer | 1,679 | 12.8% |
| K Heath | 1,311 | 23.5% |
| T T Cullen | 1,206 | 36.1% |
Common Questions
Statistics from public court records for informational purposes only. Not legal advice. Officer statistics reflect case outcomes, not performance. Past outcomes do not predict future results.
Data source: Virginia public court records, 2023–2024. 2,119 cases analyzed. Last updated December 2024. — VirginiaCourtFile.com
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